{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Moanalua High School","outOfStateSupporters":27.9,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9372468,"projectId":9771970,"letterContent":"The snacks and fun gifts of scented stickers and scented pencils were a real treat for my students. When we play review games, my student teams' work really hard to earn the most points because they know they will get an amazing prize. \r\n\r\nDuring games and review quizzes, I see my student teams collaborating with each other, dissecting each question and gathering the most information to get the questions correct. \r\n\r\nI also notice that students are more likely to volunteer for any assistance I might need like helping me recycle cardboard or delivering supplies to another classroom. I don't tell them that I will be giving them a gift. I surprise the student with a little something. This actually encourages more students to want to help out. Thank you for helping me make this school year a fun and encouraging classroom for all my 175 students.","fullyFundedDate":1759365524959,"projectUrl":"project/not-just-a-regular-classroom/9771970/","projectTitle":"Not Just a Regular Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Tomimbang","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9372468_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1752869386167","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9372468"},{"teacherId":7934434,"projectId":9698973,"letterContent":"Mahalo for your amazing donation! In my Biology classroom I have a huge passion for hands-on learning, and I've been so eager to get my students 'elbow-deep' into real science. Before your gift, we were limited to diagrams and videos. Now, thanks to you, my students will get to experience the 'aha!' moments that only come from a real dissection. The frogs and supplies you provided made my classroom a highlight of their semester. Your kindness means the world to me and my students. Thank your for making this experience possible! I genuinely can't thank you enough for all of your support!","fullyFundedDate":1759279483193,"projectUrl":"project/leap-into-biology/9698973/","projectTitle":"Leap into Biology","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hirano","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7934434_orig.jpg?crop=1003,1003,x102,y363&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1628059725503","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/juliahirano"},{"teacherId":7954539,"projectId":9775765,"letterContent":"We want to express our deepest gratitude for your incredible generosity in funding our project for new lab equipment. Your support has helped make our classroom a space for authentic scientific discovery. With the equipment purchased from your donation, my students now have the ability to explore concepts like stoichiometry and acids and bases using professional grade materials. This allows them to practice building the technical proficiency required for college and beyond. \r\n\r\nBeyond the technical gains, this equipment has enhanced our classroom culture by fostering a more collaborative environment. My students are able to work in smaller teams, which is more reflective of what they will encounter later in professional settings.","fullyFundedDate":1759434254424,"projectUrl":"project/learning-in-the-lab/9775765/","projectTitle":"Learning in the Lab","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Suzuki","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7954539_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y695&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1667286032644","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7954539"},{"teacherId":9407561,"projectId":9778041,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donations to our classroom. Because of your kindness, my students now have fun stickers and origami as incentives that bring smiles, motivation, and a little extra joy to our daily learning. These small rewards make a big difference in creating a positive and encouraging classroom environment.\r\nI am also incredibly grateful for the large containers you donated to help organize our classroom materials. Having well-organized supplies allows lessons to run more smoothly and gives students greater independence and responsibility in caring for our shared space.\r\nYour support directly impacts my students by helping make our classroom more engaging, organized, and welcoming. My students truly appreciate your generosity.","fullyFundedDate":1759500015270,"projectUrl":"project/cool-stickers-can-create-a-positive-clas/9778041/","projectTitle":"Cool Stickers Can Create a Positive Classroom Culture","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. O'Neil","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9407561"},{"teacherId":10254138,"projectId":9705685,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, my students like the classroom every day to explore mathematic questions and real-world problems. One standout moment is when students can use the dry erase boards during a lesson on scatter plots and correlation, when students used the materials to collect and analyze their own data—comparing study time to quiz scores. Instead of passively following steps, they were hands on the problems finding trends, identifying outliers, and explaining whether relationships were meaningful.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the huge global map, their reaction was immediate excitement and curiosity. They were eager to find places on the map and ask questions. Several students commented that the visuals and vastness that made the world displayed right in front of our eyes.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, students will build on this work by using the math posters to related to critique real-world graphs and data claims, strengthening their ability to question information and communicate mathematical reasoning. Your support has helped transform our classroom into a space where students actively investigate, discuss, and truly understand mathematics.","fullyFundedDate":1758835629507,"projectUrl":"project/creating-an-inspiring-and-interactive-ma/9705685/","projectTitle":"Creating an Inspiring and Interactive Math Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Sun","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10254138"},{"teacherId":8831247,"projectId":9776092,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for providing vacuum, wire, electrical tape, hot glue, and switches for our classroom. Your generous gift has already made a meaningful difference.\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, every student—especially those with IEPs—can access hands-on, scaffolded STEM experiences that build confidence, fine-motor skills, and problem-solving. Having these materials on hand lets me provide immediate, individualized support during lessons so each learner can participate fully and succeed.\r\n\r\nWe are deeply grateful for your belief in our students and for helping make learning more engaging and equitable. Your kindness lights the way for discovery and growth.","fullyFundedDate":1759446587508,"projectUrl":"project/bright-future-for-inclusion-students/9776092/","projectTitle":"Bright Future for Inclusion Students","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Kaya","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8831247_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1729115484662","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8831247"},{"teacherId":9474159,"projectId":9780279,"letterContent":"The Hawaiian language students at Moanalua High School are so grateful for your generous donation of materials for our classroom. Each day when the students walk into class, the first thing they do is go to the book shelf and grab their Hawaiian notebooks. We use the notebooks every single day for opening activities and note taking throughout the class period. Each student was tasked with either choosing a 1 word Hawaiian value or a Hawaiian proverb as the cover for their books. \r\n\r\nThis project has caused the students to be much more mindful and careful of their notebooks. They understand that these books were gifted to us and that we have to take extra special care of them. On top of that, they put a lot of effort into their Hawaiian designs as you can hopefully see in the pictures that were shared of the books. We will continue to use these notebooks throughout their multiple years in the language classroom! Mahalo a nui loa!","fullyFundedDate":1759553879399,"projectUrl":"project/lelo-hawaii-personalized-journals/9780279/","projectTitle":"ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi Personalized Journals","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Adams","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9474159"},{"teacherId":10111939,"projectId":9775044,"letterContent":"The goal for this project was to encourage my students to learn Korean by rewarding them with items such as Mini Plush Animals Keychain, Scratch and Sniff Stickers, and Healthy snacks. It was a highly motivating factor for all my students. Mini Plush Animals Keychain was for learning Korean grammar activities. Some students worked extremely hard to make sure they get to complete the assignment in time so that they get to pick what they want. Angel looked over and said \"I want that pink rabbit!\" and she was the first to finish and was so proud to hang the rabbit keychain on her bag.\r\n\r\nThe Scratch and Sniff Stickers made the activities much more fun for everyone to learn poems. Students get one sticker when they complete the drawings for each phrase in a poem. Students like this activity because they get to see everyone's drawings, identify each phrase and recite the poems. Students picked Healthy snacks for completing the self-introduction. All my students will definitely remember what they learned this year!","fullyFundedDate":1759447305871,"projectUrl":"project/korean-for-my-students/9775044/","projectTitle":"Korean for My Students","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kim","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10111939_orig.jpg?crop=3000,3000,x0,y500&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755140605241","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10111939"},{"teacherId":9976157,"projectId":9776809,"letterContent":"I am writing to express my deepest gratitude for your generous support of our classroom. Your contributions have provided my students with more than just supplies; you've provided them with a new way to experience Geometry.\r\n\r\nWe recently put your resources to work for our City Designer Project. This project challenged my students to move beyond the textbook and become urban planners. They were tasked with creating posters of their own fictional cities, but with a mathematical twist: every road, building, and landmark had to be placed based on specific angle relationships created by parallel lines cut by transversals.\r\n\r\nThe new materials allowed my students to dive deep into these geometric concepts. Instead of just identifying angles on a worksheet, they needed to determine where a hospital should be placed based on its \"alternate interior\" relationship to the police station. This Project-Based Learning (PBL) approach transformed a complex topic into something tangible and creative.\r\n\r\nWhen the materials first arrived, you can sense the excitement among the students. Several shared that they had never had the opportunity to work on a hands-on project like this in their previous math classes. Seeing the markers, posters, and tools ready for them made the lesson feel special and gave them something to truly look forward to.\r\n\r\nThe City Designer Project has served as a powerful bridge between learning and mastery. As we wrap up this unit, the students are preparing for their summative assessment. Thanks to the hands-on practice and the various formative assessments we've completed throughout the unit, they are heading into their quiz with a much higher level of confidence.\r\n\r\nThank you for being a part of our classroom community and for investing in the future of these bright young designers.","fullyFundedDate":1759449101957,"projectUrl":"project/geometry-city-designer-project/9776809/","projectTitle":"Geometry City Designer Project","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Park","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9976157_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1768042763597","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9976157"},{"teacherId":9969570,"projectId":9773617,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my students through this donors choose project. With the funding, I was able to purchase mobile whiteboards and supplies to help get my students more engaged in collaborative problem solving.\r\n\r\nThe whiteboard space in my classroom was limited, so it was hard to get all the students working on the whiteboards. Either the groups were too big, so students weren't as engaged, or I couldn't even fit them. By working on whiteboards in groups, students need to discuss possible solutions, help each other write clear and accurate answers and are able to see the way each other approach problems.","fullyFundedDate":1759255031548,"projectUrl":"project/whiteboards-for-thinking-classrooms/9773617/","projectTitle":"Whiteboards for Thinking Classrooms","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Takahashi","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9969570"},{"teacherId":9468815,"projectId":9773290,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous support. My students are enjoying using the camera to take photos of each other. Some prefer individual shots while others enjoy sporting their smiles with a team. They also enjoy the fun of using decorative frames to personalize their pictures. It's a great way for them to bond with each other, especially considering that these freshmen will be together for four years.\r\nI've used both the Teen Talk and Storymatic. The Teen Talk is a game changer for me. It's a great filler activity on days when I have a little extra time. The questions are thought provoking but safe, so students are willing to share their ideas and insights. Teen Talk is also great for ice breakers throughout the year. As for the Storymatic, my students loved it! I enjoy watching them work together, accessing their creativity to write and share crazy, silly stories. While having fun, they are building on cognitive, communicative and social skills.\r\nAgain, thank you very much!","fullyFundedDate":1759460535329,"projectUrl":"project/snapshots-reflections-more/9773290/","projectTitle":"Snapshots, Reflections & More","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Cheng","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9468815_orig.jpg?crop=2114,2114,x0,y84&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1708417971048","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9468815"},{"teacherId":9213439,"projectId":9772565,"letterContent":"The Black Count was a wonderful companion to our unit on the French Revolution and the Haitian Revolution. Each class period students would write a journal entry summarizing the passages we read that day with the following prompt: \r\n\r\n\"Somebody\" is the main character, \"Wanted\" is their goal, \"But\" is the problem or conflict, \"So\" is how the character tried to solve the problem, and \"Then\" is the resolution or outcome.\r\n\r\nThe students were able to connect the broader trends of the French Revolution to a real person of color that benefitted from it greatly. Often the French Revolution is presented as excessive and chaotic (it was). But there were definite winners. The enslaved people in the French colonies were liberated. Slavery abolished. The Black Count provides a helpful bridge between the French Revolution in France and the French revolution in the Caribbean.\r\n\r\nI use the audio on speaker and the students follow along with guided notes.","fullyFundedDate":1759241611712,"projectUrl":"project/what-we-can-know-help-enliven-history/9772565/","projectTitle":"What We Can Know: Help Enliven History!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Denninghoff","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9213439"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_50900","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":1966,"numTeachers":118,"percentFrplEligible":34,"percentAsian":41,"percentBlack":3,"percentWhite":9,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":15,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"9 - 12","studentTeacherRatio":"16.7:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":false,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":72.1,"schoolId":50900,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Moanalua High School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Moanalua High School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/hawaii/central-oahu-school-district/moanalua-high-school/50900"}